How does the presence of silica affect the temperature and viscosity of magma?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Silica increases the viscosity and decreases magma temperature (which will also increase the viscosity).

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Most active faults pose a risk to society because they can potentially produce ________

A) disruptions in groundwater flow B) landslides C) tsunamis D) earthquakes

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